ARB Intensity Solis

[Nikofzj80]

Hi, long time no see!

Anyone done the install on the new ARB driving lights. From what I read, the install procedure allows them to be used while the hi beams are on. I would like to be able to flash my Hi's without the aux lights flashing as well.
Any ideas?

Thanks!

 

[enox]

Then they would need to be switched separately. If they are wired to run off when you switch the high beams on, then they will flash with the high beams.

I suppose you could - have them wired off the high beam switch, then add a secondary toggle switch which is just for the ARB lights, when that switch is ON then the high beam switch will allow the ARB's to light up and they will flash with high. But if that secondary switch is OFF then the high beams will function as normal and flash as normal but the ARB's would not light up at all until the secondary switch is flipped.

Hope that makes sense...trying to wire it in my mind..

 

[tlc1995]

I run aux lights to turn on & off with high beams. My thought was maximum light when on and low beams only when switched off. That way, without the secondary toggle I can avoid leaving something on, like leaving the aux lights on after turning off high beams and still blinding the cop who's now turning around to write me a ticket.
It's your truck, run it the way you see fit. All I'm saying is how I run mine and the thought process in that decision.

 

[Nikofzj80]

Thanks @enox and @tlc1995 for the replies and advice. Will let you know when I get it wired.
For now, a photo of the lights installed on the bull bar. (no power). RHS is spot, LHS is flood.

Cheers

 

[Nikofzj80]

what do you guys think about spot and flood location.
I've read somewhere, that it is maybe better to position the flood light on the passenger side (RHS) so there is more light in the shoulder of the road and one can have a better view of animals crossing the road.
Whats your recommendation?
Cheers

 

[enox]

what do you guys think about spot and flood location.
I've read somewhere, that it is maybe better to position the flood light on the passenger side (RHS) so there is more light in the shoulder of the road and one can have a better view of animals crossing the road.
Whats your recommendation?
Cheers

the lights I have are spot/ flood combos. And they can be switched independently (either spot, flood or both) Depending on the light pattern of those specific lights, I would run both of them as either spot or flood. That's just my OCD kicking in tho, I like symmetry.

I suppose if you are stuck with running (1) and (1) then id probably put the spot in front of my drivers seat then the flood on the passenger side. You would benefit more from sitting behind the spot light then sitting behind the flood and having the spot on the opposite side. FWIW

Found the beam pattern, really depends on what your terrain is as to what you would use the lights for. For me, my spots are throw so far that its nearly overkill since the 80 cant ever "outrun" the throw of the spots, however they are nice to look far across a hill.

Check out the beam patterns, personally I think the FLOOD pattern is better - more coverage oppose to the far throw.

 

[Nikofzj80]

the lights I have are spot/ flood combos. And they can be switched independently (either spot, flood or both) Depending on the light pattern of those specific lights, I would run both of them as either spot or flood. That's just my OCD kicking in tho, I like symmetry.

I suppose if you are stuck with running (1) and (1) then id probably put the spot in front of my drivers seat then the flood on the passenger side. You would benefit more from sitting behind the spot light then sitting behind the flood and having the spot on the opposite side. FWIW

Found the beam pattern, really depends on what your terrain is as to what you would use the lights for. For me, my spots are throw so far that its nearly overkill since the 80 cant ever "outrun" the throw of the spots, however they are nice to look far across a hill.

Check out the beam patterns, personally I think the FLOOD pattern is better - more coverage oppose to the far throw.

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Thanks! I will go that way. Spot on drivers side and flood on passenger side.
Mostly flat open roads, pavement and dirt, and eventually mountain roads. Thats my mine use
Cheers

 

[enox]

Thanks! I will go that way. Spot on drivers side and flood on passenger side.
Mostly flat open roads, pavement and dirt, and eventually mountain roads. Thats my mine use
Cheers

can you exchange that spot for a flood?

 

[Nikofzj80]

not really. Bought them last year, already out of the box, and things in this part of the world, are rather complicated. Had to wait 3 months aprox to get the lights, so a return is rather tedious!

 

[enox]

Yeah makes sense, its hard to get stuff these days. I would also recommend picking up a pair of the "AMBER" lens covers for those lights too. Amber has an amazing ability to cut through the dust if you are running at night and following other rigs.

White light reflects off the dust in the air and amber cuts through it. White light has the ability to throw further and appear brighter (unless there's dust in the air, then all you see is the dust)

But for $9.00 those will definitely help out in bush and on the road.

 

[Nikofzj80]

Yeah makes sense, its hard to get stuff these days. I would also recommend picking up a pair of the "AMBER" lens covers for those lights too. Amber has an amazing ability to cut through the dust if you are running at night and following other rigs.

White light reflects off the dust in the air and amber cuts through it. White light has the ability to throw further and appear brighter (unless there's dust in the air, then all you see is the dust)

But for $9.00 those will definitely help out in bush and on the road.

Will sure get a set of those amber covers! Thanks.
Cant wait to use the lights! The stock ones are like two candles!

 

[lugueto]

Most high powered aux lights come wired with a relay and a switch.

The relay will take your current draw away from the switch (and your OEM harness) and a signal from one of the headlights, be it high beam or low beam. Some people even wire it to the marker lights in order to turn them on as desired. I personally see no sense in taking the signal from anything other than the high beams. As @tlc1995 said, maximum light when on high beam.

So the way it works is basically you wire your lights, attach the signal wire to the high beam, and your switch allows you to use your headlights independently from the aux lights:

low beam is just low beam with the aux switch in eithr position.

High beam w/ aux switch off will be only high beams. High beams w/ aux switch on will turn on your high beams and your aux.

 

[80t0ylc]

To aid night side visibility, I removed the ARB supplied blinker lights and replaced them with 5 led mini light bars. Set flush to the inside of the ARB, they're at an excellent angle to illuminate both roadsides for game or any reasons needed to have wider night vision. They're wired separately so they can stay on or off as needed. In addition, my front corner light fixtures have been modified with dual filament sockets and bulbs to work both as turn signal & parking lights. This enhances the turn signals for both safety and visability well beyond what was provided by the blinker lights removed from the ARB. Just something to consider to help with better night vision.

 

[Nikofzj80]

Most high powered aux lights come wired with a relay and a switch.

The relay will take your current draw away from the switch (and your OEM harness) and a signal from one of the headlights, be it high beam or low beam. Some people even wire it to the marker lights in order to turn them on as desired. I personally see no sense in taking the signal from anything other than the high beams. As @tlc1995 said, maximum light when on high beam.

So the way it works is basically you wire your lights, attach the signal wire to the high beam, and your switch allows you to use your headlights independently from the aux lights:

low beam is just low beam with the aux switch in eithr position.

High beam w/ aux switch off will be only high beams. High beams w/ aux switch on will turn on your high beams and your aux.

Thanks for the walkthrouigh! It makes perfect sense!

 

[enox]

To aid night side visibility, I removed the ARB supplied blinker lights and replaced them with 5 led mini light bars. Set flush to the inside of the ARB, they're at an excellent angle to illuminate both roadsides for game or any reasons needed to have wider night vision. They're wired separately so they can stay on or off as needed. In addition, my front corner light fixtures have been modified with dual filament sockets and bulbs to work both as turn signal & parking lights. this enhances the turn signals for both safety and visability well beyond what was provided by the blinker lights removed from the ARB. Just something to consider to help with better night vision.

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I agree, great idea! I cut the opening bigger on mine for flush mount lights, but this is a very nice solution.

 

[Nikofzj80]

To aid night side visibility, I removed the ARB supplied blinker lights and replaced them with 5 led mini light bars. Set flush to the inside of the ARB, they're at an excellent angle to illuminate both roadsides for game or any reasons needed to have wider night vision. They're wired separately so they can stay on or off as needed. In addition, my front corner light fixtures have been modified with dual filament sockets and bulbs to work both as turn signal & parking lights. this enhances the turn signals for both safety and visability well beyond what was provided by the blinker lights removed from the ARB. Just something to consider to help with better night vision.

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That sounds like a great idea! Will definitely consider that upgrade in a near future!
Are those "things" on the bottom of your bumper, Hi lift points?
Cheers

 

[80t0ylc]

That sounds like a great idea! Will definitely consider that upgrade in a near future!
Are those "things" on the bottom of your bumper, Hi lift points?
Cheers

Lol.... actually they're a modification to attach a tow bar. But you're also exactly correct. They double as high lift points when I leave the bolts in. And they give the fairlead a little protection.

 

[lugueto]

Thanks for the walkthrouigh! It makes perfect sense!

No problem.

I recall the first time I installed a pair of Lightforce 240s. While I scratched my head and wondered why they were wired this way, I read in the instruction manual that it has to be installed this way in order to comply with Australian traffic laws. Not sure if any other country requires this , but there you go.

 

[residualboulders]

so how do you guys like your spot / flood combo? Trying to decide if I want to do both floods, both spots or a combo.

 

[Nikofzj80]

so how do you guys like your spot / flood combo? Trying to decide if I want to do both floods, both spots or a combo.

Haven't done the install yet. Will let you know once they are on and tested.